1980 Beechcraft Baron B55
Multi Engine Piston
Aircraft Details
Seller reportedAvionics & Equipment
IFRDescription
Owner has aged out (86) and can no longer get insurance. So this beautiful 1980 B55 is back on the market. Low total time of 2,132.9 hours since new. Very high quality paint by Lancaster Aero in late 2024. Roberto's Aircraft Interiors completed the interior refurbishment in gray leathers. Engines are 40.2 and 989.4 SMOH by Certified Engines Unlimited and Eagle Aircraft Engines. Props 40.2 SOH by New England Propeller.
Engine
Continental IO-470L's Left Engine 40.2 Since Overhaul by Certified Engines Unlimited in 2024 Right Engine 989.4 Since Overhaul by Eagle Aircraft Engines in 2000. (2) Hartzell 3 blade Scimitar props with 40.2 SOH.
Propeller
Very clean 2,132.9 TTAF, Refurbished high quality paint and interior in 2024 by Lancaster Aero. No known damage history with consecutive logbooks. Annual inspection due in September. Ready for immediate delivery.
Interior
Complete exterior and interior refurbishment in late 2024. Lancaster Aero Paint and Roberto's Aircraft Interiors. All FAA paperwork in place.
Description and equipment details provided by the seller. AeroGurus does not verify seller-provided information.
Price Comparison
| Source | Price | Location | Listed | Days on Market | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Gordon Cragg
trade-a-plane.com
|
$299,900
|
Georgetown, TX | Apr 02, 2026 | 106 days | Active | |
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Gordon Cragg
trade-a-plane.com
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$274,900
|
Georgetown, TX | Jun 22, 2026 | 25 days | Active |
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AeroGurus Data & Analysis
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About This Beechcraft Baron B55
This 1980 Beechcraft Baron B55 (N829RB) is a 6-seat multi engine piston with 2,133 hours on the airframe. There are currently 43 Baron B55 aircraft listed for sale with asking prices ranging from $99,900 to $486,000. This aircraft is priced above the market average at $274,900.
The Baron B55 cruises at 190 kts (352 km/h) with a range of 990 nm (1,833 km) — ideal for short hops and local flights. Service ceiling of 19,500 ft allows operation above most weather.
Operating costs: Fuel burn is 26 GPH (98 L/h), which at current 100LL avgas prices (~$6.20/gal) means approximately $161/hr in fuel alone. Total variable cost including maintenance reserves is approximately $280/hr. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, crew, annual inspection) average $25,000. With 2,133 hours on the airframe, this aircraft has exceeded TBO (1,500 hrs) — verify engine status and overhaul reserve.
NTSB records show 0 incidents for this airframe — a clean safety record.
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Beechcraft Baron B55 — Model Specs
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
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Ownership & Registration
FAA registration data pending for N829RB.
Location & Ownership
Title Status
No FAA title records
Available for US-registered aircraft only
Source: FAA Aircraft Registry, FAA Civil Aviation Registry (DocIndex). Title data may be delayed. Always verify with an aviation attorney before purchase.
Safety Record
NTSB safety data coming soon.
We'll check N829RB against the NTSB accident database.
Price History
Price vs Typical Asking Range
This asking price is within the typical asking range for this model, roughly $190,750–$293,100.
Based on current asking prices for comparable listings — asking prices only, not an appraisal or sale price.
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